Made from a centuries-old recipe, 70-pound wheels of Comté have been produced since the reign of Charlemagne, when there were no separate entities named France and Switzerland. Comté has the highest production figures of all the French AOC cheeses, as cheese makers work to satisfy the world's hunger for this exceptional cheese.

Although Swiss Gruyere may be better known, the French variety is no less special. Created by local villagers in alpine dairies called "Fruiteries", its milk comes only from Montbeliarde and Tachete de L'est cows. Contributing to Comté's unique flavor, morning and evening milkings are mingled before the cheesemaking process. For transforming the milk into curds, the cheesemaker must only use natural ferments to receive the Comte seal. During aging, the curd is cooked, then pressed, with a natural brushed rind that comes from weekly care.

When it comes to acquiring flavor, Comté cannot be hurried. These Reserve wheels are aged for one year, resulting in a sweet and nutty masterpiece with less bite than its twin from Switzerland. Distinguished by a black label, this Comté is hand-selected by Entremont, ensuring the highest quality.

Comté has a satiny, ivory-colored body and a scattering of holes the size of a hazelnut. A traditional fondue cheese, Comte can also be shredded, sliced, grated, and chunked in addition to being melted. This is not a cheese that always tastes the same. Each round of Comté reveals differences in the composition of its flavor, depending on the micro-region where it was produced, the season, the particular technique of the cheese maker, and the cellar where it was matured. It can always be called upon and never disappoints, whether as a table cheese or in a gratin.

We had watched a travel show which featured the region of France which makes this cheese. After seeing the process of making the product by traditional means and not mass production we found it available through igourmet.
A very nicely textured and flavorful cheese. Did not disappoint.

By Veronicafrom New Yorkon Dec 01, 2017

A Must Have at Your Party Table!

This Comte Reserve - everyone raved about at Thanksgiving. Served with Fig and walnut jam and assorted crackers and baguettes. Delicious!

By RGFfrom Southern Illinoison Aug 31, 2017

They ate all of it in record time

I served this at a literary salon that I host. I put out a selection of five cheeses, with my garlic-soaked olives, home-grown cherry tomatoes, organic grapes and seeded, organic crackers. This cheese was wiped out the fastest.

By Daniel from Smoky Mountains NCon Mar 24, 2017

Perfect Fondue Cheese!

We loved this wonderful cheese made a superb Chardonnay Fondue and paired it with roasted organic veggies and potatoes. Amazing!

By helenafrom new yorkon Mar 14, 2017

Very good!

Bought this cheese for my husband and he was very pleased!

By J.M. McCaguefrom Pittsburgh, PAon Oct 03, 2016

Comte

Very good.

By Tomfrom DeLand, FLon Jun 13, 2016

comte reserve

arrived in top shape. Delicious!

By CheeseHeadfrom Bagram Airfield, Afghanistanon Mar 31, 2016

Delicious

This is absolutely delicious for just about any palate. I ordered to share with friends as a treat. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed it. I will order this again!

By Jan Wielgusfrom Arizonaon Dec 13, 2015

Comte Cheese

I love I gourmet.com Every thing they sell is always fresh. The Comete is excellent. Its like being in France. Its always fresh and gets delivered fast and when you want it. We always buy from them during holidays and thru out the year. Love them.... You will not be disappointed.